Friday, December 01, 2006

This morning when I came into the dining room the sun was glowing on the silver trays of oranges I have on my little sideboard. I am enjoying the pure wintery look of citrus fruit and pomegranates on display before I move them to make room for richer, darker Christmas goodies.

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Now, I know where Giles has gotten his eye for photography from! The things you talk about, light, and color, are things a photographer needs to get a great picture. My husband photographs for a hobby. It is really neat how you can get something very beautiful from something so simple, isnt it? I think thats one of the reasons I am so inspired by your blog. It isnt all this STUFF. It really, and truly feels like a breath of fresh air. Thankyou so much.Christina:)

I just spent the morning browsing through your archives--how truly lovely! The simplicity and domesticity that you so obviously treasure in life are just such a nice change from the modern world. I look forward to reading and learning more. Thank you for breathing a little bit of elegance into my day.Julie

We have just today picked up a bushel of oranges and two boxes of grapefruit from H&S Citrus Co. right from the truck and fresh from Florida. We were in a long line in chilly weather but our experience with this company tells us that this fruit will be far superior to what is available in our local grocery. We look forward to eating them and giving a few away, but now that I have seen your post, I'll be sure to set some out for 'eye appeal' too! Thank you for the inspiration!

About Me

I am an evangelical Christian. I have a daughter whom I homeschool: Daisy (10), and four older children: Giles (23) and Felix (21), college graduates, Clara (19), a college senior, and Bella (17) who is spending the year volunteering overseas. I'm 44 years old and happily married to my Dear Composer. We live in a 1920's school converted into a home, outside of town. And God is good.

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Photography

Photography is an important part of life at my house. Photos that appear here are taken by Giles, by the Composer, and by me. Giles is a real, paid photographer, and he uses a Sony Alpha. Most of the photography prior to September 2008 is his. Since then I have done most of the shooting and I use a Konica Minolta. Additionally, the Composer offers me nice shots on occasion, often from his little Canon point and shoot. I've given up trying to note who's done what. Thanks for your interest!